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In the query about addressing the inevitable challenges like cracks in the building's walls and how to recognize and diagnose them when they are dangerous to the building’s strength, Kannan Krishnamurthy said, “Cracks in buildings can be avoided and it is at best to be addressed at an early stage before they impact the building’s structure. There are technologies available such as ours to effectively treat cracks and fissures.
On the query about addressing the inevitable challenges- es like cracks in the building's walls and how to recognize and diagnose them when they are dangerous to the building’s strength, Kannan Krishnamurthy said, “Cracks in buildings can be avoided and it is at best to be addressed at an early stage before they impact the building’s structure. There are technologies available such as ours to effectively treat cracks and fissures, with environmental norms and deliver lasting solutions”.
Kannan Krishnamurthy explained the factors contributing to recurring cracks and their solutions, stating, "All paints have elastomeric properties. The difference between elastomeric paint and plaster is their application thickness - 25-30 mm for plaster and 50-55 microns for paint. If the substrate isn't elastomeric, it cannot endure pressure and may crack. Hence, the substrate should expansion and contraction. Subsequent 1.5mm to 2mm putty layers provide enhanced protection, ensuring flexibility and shock absorption. However, today, most buildings use drywall construction which is- a sustainable, lightweight alternative to brick partitions. Temperature fluctuations can cause cracks in dry-wall, cement panels, and precast structures, but the new substances available today prevent crack formation. Ensuring water resistance and structural stability for 25 years or more.” He further stated, “To prevent hazards, swift attention to water in- filtration is vital. Utilizing a thermally adaptive elastomeric film reduces crack risks, maintaining structural stability. Proactive efforts comply be elastomeric, hydrophobic, impact-resistant, and abrasion-resistant to prevent cracks."
He added, "In traditional systems, 19mm or 25mm plaster is ap- plied to exterior surfaces for crack prevention, followed by a layer of elastomeric plaster to allow for expansion Kannan Krishnamurthy further informed the audience, “We have come up with eco-friendly solution that removes the requirement for surface sanding that can be health hazard to the workers and eliminate primers. In fact, you can paint your home without a brush.”
